Sermons on Upper Room Discourse:

God Records Our Every Word And Every Thought In Our Daily Lives

Contributed by Ronnie Miller on Jul 27, 2011

Would we live our life differently if every conversation and every thought we ever had was being heard by Pastor?

The first cell phone I had several years ago was big and bulky...some of you might of had one....big battery and you carried it like a suitcase. Then years later the pocket size came along... Before I discovered that my cell phone had a lock screen button I would accidentally dial the last number ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:14

Denomination: Baptist

Cries From The Cross - The Cry Of Submission Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 29, 2010

Cries From The Cross - The cry of submission (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Reading: Luke chapter 23 verse 36. “Jesus called out with a loud voice, “Father, into your hands I commit my spirit.” When he had said this, he breathed his last”. In this series of studies: • We are considering the seven statements of Jesus from the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:36

Denomination: Brethren

The Grief Of Gethsemane Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Oct 29, 2019

When Jesus went to Gethsemane, on this occasion, there were two things He wanted. He wanted human fellowship and He wanted God’s fellowship.

HARMONY OF THE GOSPELS (24) The Grief of Gethsemane Scripture: Matthew 26:30, 36-46; Mark 14:26, 32-42 (Focal Passage); Luke 22:39-46; John 18:1 Tom Lowe 1/10/2008 Location: Mount of Olives Date: Thursday-Friday of Jesus’ Final Week O my God, my soul is cast down within me: therefore will I ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:26, Mark 14:32-42

Denomination: Baptist

Bigger Hearts For Lost People

Contributed by Steven Chapman on Feb 6, 2007

What was it that transformed a semi-defeated Bible study group meeting in an upper room in Jerusalem into this highly energized, Holy Spirit empowered, life-giving local church? The inundation of 3000 new converts on Pentecost Day.

Building Bigger Hearts for Lost People I would like to start with a multiple-choice question: Which of these would most likely transform the average sleepy, tradition-bound local church into a dynamic, fired-up, community of faith? Which of the following events? A) Burning the hymnbooks, and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:41-47

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Bridges And Ditches: Intro Sermon Series

Contributed by Ken Pell on Jan 3, 2015

If we are going to follow the Church of Acts we must break down the doors of fear and burst out of the holy huddle of the upper room; we must allow the Holy Spirit to use us in this day and age.

BRIDGES AND DITCHES: THE BOOK OF ACTS FOR TODAY** ACTS 17:1-9 Big Idea: If we are going to learn from the church of Acts we must break down the doors of fear and burst out of the holy huddle of the upper room; we must allow the fresh wind and fresh fire of the Holy Spirit to use us in this day and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:1-9

Denomination: Nazarene

What Part Of "i Am The Way, The Truth, And The Life" Do You Not Understand?

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Mar 29, 2022

Jesus Christ made it clear to His disciples in the Upper Room and to everyone that He and He alone provides us access to God the Father. There is no other way to God and salvation except through Him. The issue is settled.

Just who do we think we are to question the Sovereign Lord God Almighty, Creator and Sustainer of all things (Genesis 1:1; John 1:1-4; Colossians 1:16-18) as to how He has solemnly decreed from all eternity the means by which He has chosen to redeem our sorry, self-centered, malevolent, cruel, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 27:1, Psalm 37:39, Psalm 62:2, Isaiah 43:11, Isaiah 43:25, Isaiah 45:22, John 14:6, Acts 4:12, Romans 3:10-18, 1 Timothy 2:5-7, John 3:16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Four Men At A Communion Table Series

Contributed by Grant Adams on Jan 11, 2025

In an upper room around a table in the city of Jerusalem, we see Jesus and the apostles. First communion table in history. Let's take a look at 4 men in particular who played a big part.

In an upper room around a table in the city of Jerusalem, we see Jesus and the apostles. First communion table in history. First table a prophecy: a memorial. First table that looked to Calvary. The table today looks backward to the same cross. The most solemn and sacred place on earth without ...read more

Scripture: John 13:21-26

Denomination: Baptist

Psalms 13 – God’s "Waiting Room”? Series

Contributed by Ross Cochrane on Jan 11, 2021

“There is so much we still don’t know about this virus,” says a researcher. “Until we have better data, we’re just going to have a lot of uncertainty.” The world is temporarily closed. But this is not God's Waiting Room. Psalm 13.

Psalms 13 – GOD’S “WAITING ROOM”? The World is Temporarily Closed. Image by Edwin Hooper on Unsplash Psalm 13:1 “O Lord, how long will you forget me? Forever? How long will you look the other way?” THE WORLD IS TEMPORARILY CLOSED The Covid 19 virus continues to spread with lockdowns and locked ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Marks Of A Christian Disciple

Contributed by Gary Moore on Jan 25, 2008

Seven marks of a Christian disciple.

"Whoever does not bear his own cross and come after me cannot be my disciple." I suppose it is reasonable to expect one’s employer to supply some type of job description. Indeed, for any relationship to work well the roles and expectations of the participating parties must be clearly defined. ...read more

Denomination: Congregational

The Parting Prayer Of Our Faithful High Priest (John 17) Series

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Sep 8, 2022

The Lord’s Prayer in John 17 can be divided into three basic parts. Christ prays for himself to finish strong; for His disciples to follow faithfully and for every believer who would follow them in the way.

Sermon – The Lord’s Prayer From John 17 John 17:1-25 After saying all these things, Jesus looked up to heaven and said, “Father, the hour has come. Glorify your Son so he can give glory back to you. 2 For you have given him authority over everyone. He gives eternal life to each one you have given ...read more

Scripture: John 17:1-25, Matthew 5:13-15, Matthew 5:16

Denomination: Methodist

Discerning God's Voice: Does It Honor God?

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Oct 2, 2024

As God's creation, our lives are supposed to point to the glory of our Creator. God calls us to live for His glory. And it's in His glory that we find our greatest purpose.

Let's start off today talking about art. I am no artist but I appreciate art. When we look at a piece of art, we don't marvel over the canvas that it's painted on, or the type of paint that is used. We marvel over the artist. I am amazed how an artist can paint his thoughts on a ...read more

Scripture: John 17:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

How To Live Through What's Coming Series

Contributed by David Asch on Feb 16, 2005

A Sermon on Jesus’ Olivet Discourse

HOW TO LIVE THROUGH WHAT’S COMING Mark 13:14-37 INTRO: Do you ever want to know the future, know what’s coming? We seem to have a certain fascination with knowing the future How will my kids turn out? What stocks should I buy? What decision should I make about a job, relationship, purchase. Even ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:14-47

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Happens When Jesus Comes Into The Room

Contributed by Ralph Juthman on Apr 14, 2012

This is a post Ester message centering on four statements Jesus gave to his frightened followers on the evening of His resurrection

WHAT HAPPENS WHEN JESUS COMES INTO THE ROOM John 20:19-31 INTRODUCTION Have you ever had someone tell you something that was too good to be true? In spite of all the evidence, you just can’t bring yourself to believe it, even though it could change your life? There is a story of a man who ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-31

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Joy Of The Lord

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Feb 25, 2022

In these verses, God’s Word talks about the “JOY of The Lord” that we can enjoy, and what it can do for us.

The Lord gives us His JOY each day, but the devil tries to rob us of it each day. For example, he will make sure each day people will enter our life that take great delight in stripping every ounce of joy that they can extract from our life. They spare no effort: • They will drive across town if ...read more

Scripture: John 15:11

Denomination: Baptist

How Do I Make Room For The Tide?

Contributed by Joshua Blackmon on Mar 12, 2022

The idea for the points sermon came from a picture of a sermon slide I saw on Facebook shared by a fellow preacher. It was about how giving God our firsts leads to success. If you give God your best, He will pour His Best into your life!

TITLE: How Do I Make Room For The Tide? I. OPENING ILLUSTRATION: "Years ago, a wealthy businessman from London chartered a bus to carry a busload of urban children to the coast. There, the children spent a wonderful day at the ocean. Many of the children had never left the city. Most had ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:18, 2 Kings 4:9-17

Denomination: Pentecostal